Furrion FSCC30PW-BL, MPPT, FSCC60PW-BL, FSCC30PWB-BL, FSCC60PWM-BL Instruction Manual
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MPPT Solar Charge Controller
Régulateur de charge solaire MPPT
Controlador de carga solar MPPT
Instruction Manual
Manuel d'instructions
Manual de instrucciones
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Model/Modèle/Modelo:
FSCC30PW-BL, FSCC60PW-BL
FSCC30PWB-BL=FSCC30PW-BL+FSCC60PWM-BL
FSCC60PWB-BL=FSCC60PW-BL+FSCC60PWM-BL
Welcome
Thank you and congratulations for purchasing the Furrion® MPPT solar charge controller.
Before operating your new product, please read these instructions carefully. This instruction
manual contains information for safe use, installation and maintenance of the product.
Please keep this instruction manual in a safe place for future reference. This will ensure safe
use and reduce the risk of injury. Be sure to pass on this manual to new owners of this product.
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The manufacturer does not accept responsibility for any damages due to not observing these
instructions.
If you have any further questions regarding our products, please contact us at
supportfurrion.com
Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity
47 CFR § 2.1077 Compliance Information
Unique Identifier
Trade Name: Furrion
Model No.: FSCC30PW-BL, FSCC60PW-BL
Responsible Party – U.S. Contact Information
Furrion Innovation Center & Institute of Technology
52567 Independence Ct., Elkhart, IN 46514, USA
Toll free:1-888-354-5792; Email: support@furrion.com
FCC Compliance Statement
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference,
and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
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Contents
Welcome ............................................................................................1
Contents ............................................................................................2
Important Safety Instructions ............................................................3
General Safety Precautions ....................................................................................3
Charge Controller Safety ........................................................................................3
Battery Safety ..........................................................................................................3
About your Product ............................................................................4
General Information ................................................................................................4
Key Features ...........................................................................................................4
Product Overview ..............................................................................5
Components ............................................................................................................5
Charging Stages.................................................................................6
Installation ........................................................................................7
What’s in the Box ....................................................................................................7
Solar Charge Controller Mounting Bracket Installation (if included) ....................7
MPPT Solar Charge Controller Installation ............................................................ 7
PV Array Requirements ...........................................................................................11
Wire and Cable Size ................................................................................................11
Operation ...........................................................................................12
Protection ..........................................................................................13
Care and Maintenance .......................................................................14
Specifications ....................................................................................15
Troubleshooting .................................................................................17
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Important Safety Instructions
IMPORTANT: SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS–
This manual contains important instructions
for Models FSCC30PW-BL and FSCC60PWBL that shall be followed during installation
and operation of the charge controller. The
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following symbols are used throughout the
manual to indicate potentially dangerous
conditions or important safety information.
WARNING
Indicates a potentially dangerous condition. Use
extreme caution when performing this task.
CAUTION
Indicates a critical procedure for safe and
proper operation of the controller.
NOTE: Indicates a procedure or function that
is important to the safe and proper operation
of the controller.
General Safety Precautions
Read all instructions and warnings in the
manual before installation.
● There are no user serviceable
components inside of the controller. DO
NOT disassemble or attempt to repair the
controller.
● Mount the controller indoors. Prevent
exposure to the elements and do not
allow water to enter the controller.
● Install the controller in a well ventilated
area as the unit may become hot during
normal operation.
● Install appropriate external fuses or
circuit breakers.
● Disconnect or turn off all connections
with the solar panels and the fuses
or circuit breakers prior to controller
installation or adjustment.
● Ensure connections remain tight to avoid
excessive heat.
Charge Controller Safety
● NEVER connect the solar panel array
to the controller without connecting a
battery to the controller first.
● Ensure input voltage does not exceed 130
VDC (FSCC60PW-BL) /70VDC(FSCC30PWBL) to prevent permanent damage. Use
the Open Circuit (Voc) to make sure the
voltage does not exceed this value when
connecting panels together.
Battery Safety
● For use with sealed lead acid, AGM
(absorbent glass mat), and LiFePO4
batteries.
● Explosive battery gases may be released
while charging. Be certain there is
enough ventilation to release the gases.
● Use care when working with lead acid
batteries. Wear eye protection and have
fresh water available in case there is
contact with the battery acid.
● Carefully read battery manuals before
operation.
● Do NOT let the positive (+) and negative (-)
terminals of the battery touch each other.
● Properly dispose of battery when
replaced.
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About your Product
General Information
The Furrion Maximum Power Point Tracker
(MPPT) series controllers can increase
charge current by up to 30% compared
to conventional Pulse Width Modulation
(PWM) controllers. Furrion’s sophisticated
three stage charge control system can be
configured to optimize charge parameters
to precise battery requirements. The unit is
fully protected against voltage spikes, over
temperature, reverse battery and reverse PV
connections. Automatic battery temperature
sensors are also available to further protect
and improve battery performance. The
sensor element is environmentally sealed
and encapsulated into a connection lug which
directly connects to the battery terminals.
Furrion MPPT charge controller includes
RV-C communication bus interface in
accordance with RV-C bus communication
protocol.
Key Features
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● Compatible with 12V or 24V battery
system.
● Advanced maximum power point tracking
technology to optimize the battery
performance. High tracking efficiency of
99%.
● High open circuit voltage of PV input.
● Battery is active in low voltage state.
● Sealed, AGM and LiFePO4 Lithium battery
option.
● Economy (ECO) mode, automatic
recognition of day and night.
● Temperature compensation and
corrective charging.
● RV-C bus communication protocol.
● Reverse protection: Polarity reverse for
PV input and battery.
● Electronic protection: overcharging, over
temperature, over PV input power.
● Easy to assemble: simply slide the
controller into the Furrion Solar Charge
Controller Mounting Bracket (model
FSCC60PWM not included).
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Product Overview
Charge mode
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indicator LED
Components
Mounting Hole
Battery Selection
button
Cooling Grid
The FSCC30PWB-BL and FSCC60PWB-BL are shipped with mounting bracket FSCC60PWM-BL. The
FSCC30PW-BL and FSCC60PW-BL are shipped, without any additional components.
Components that require a separate purchase: Temperature sensor 5m (C-FSCC60PW-A01) or 10m
(C-FSCC60PW-A02), the Solar Charge Controller Wall Mount Bracket (FSCC60PWM-BL).
Furrion P/N Description Accessory Type
C-FSCC60PW-A01 5 meters temperature sensor Optional accessory
C-FSCC60PW-A02 10 meters temperature sensor Optional accessory
FSCC60PWM-BL
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Solar charge controller wall
mount bracket
Required component
Charging Stages
(Amperes)
Bulk stage
During this stage the MPPT controller delivers the maximum current to rapidly recharge
the batteries. When the battery voltage reaches the absorption voltage, the MPPT controller
activates the next stage (absorption).
Absorption stage
During this stage, the MPPT controller switches to the constant voltage mode, where the
absorption voltage is applied to the battery. When the charge current decreases to the float
current setting, the battery is fully charged and the MPPT controller switches to the float stage.
The default time for the absorption stage is 120 minutes.
Float stage
During this stage, the float voltage is applied to the battery to maintain it in a fully charged
state. When battery voltage drops below the recharge setting voltage a new bulk cycle will be
triggered.
(Volts)
Voltage
Bulk
Current
Absorption Float
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Time
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Installation
What’s in the Box
Locate all of the following items that are
included with the MPPT Charge Controller. If
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any item is damaged or missing, contact your
dealer.
− MPPT Solar charge controller x 1
− Instruction Manual x 1
− Warranty Card x 1
− Solar Charge Controller Mounting
Bracket x 1 *
− Flat head screw (ST4.2*19mm) x 4 *
*
FSCC30PW-BL: 25A solar charge controller
without mounting bracket
FSCC60PW-BL: 50A solar charge controller
without mounting bracket
FSCC30PWB-BL: 25A solar charge
controller with mounting bracket
FSCC60PWB-BL: 50A solar charge
controller with mounting bracket
FSCC60PWM-BL: solar charge controller
mounting bracket.
CAUTION
The controller requires at least 6" of
clearance above and below for proper air
flow. Ventilation is highly recommended if
mounted in an enclosure.
Solar Charge Controller Mounting
Bracket Installation (if included)
Refer to separate Solar Charge Controller
Mounting Bracket installation manual
included in the packaging to install it.
MPPT Solar Charge Controller
Installation
1. Insert the MPPT controller into the Solar
Charge Controller Mounting Bracket
(FSCC60PWM-BL). (Figure 1)
WARNING:
Risk of explosion!
Do not install in a confined area where
battery gas can accumulate.
WARNING:
Risk of electric shock! Exercise caution
when handling solar wiring. The solar PV
array may produce open-circuit voltages
in excess of 100V when in sunlight. Make
sure that all the power is turned off before
installation and operation.
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Fig. 1
Installation
Ground lug
10AWG
copper wire
Temperature sensor
RV-C connector
Switch
2. Affix MPPT controller to the wall with 4
mounting screws (can be the standard RV
screw) (not included). (Figure 2)
Fig. 2
3. Loosen the ground lug screw located on
the left side of the mounting bracket.
Insert a 10AWG copper wire from this lug
to chassis ground. Tighten the ground
lug screw securely. The suggested torque
force should be 25lbs-inch. (Figure 3)
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Fig. 4
5. Plug the RV-C connector to the MPPT
controller (if applicable). (Figure 5)
Fig. 5
Fig. 3
4. Plug the temperature sensor
connector (P/N: C-FSCC60PW-A01,
C-FSCC60PW-A02) to the temperature
sensor port (if applicable). (Figure 4)
6. Turn on the terminal resistance switch if
the MPPT is the last device on the RV-C
bus, otherwise leave it in the off position.
(Figure 6)
Fig. 6
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Installation
+
Breaker
Fuse
PV
array
Fuse
Rooftop Solar
Electrical Box
+
-
-
-
+
P/N: FSFP16MW-BL
P/N: FSEB30JWL-BL
Battery
+ -
Temperature Sensor
P/N: C-FSCC60PW-A01,
C-FSCC60PW-A02
P/N: FBF12A100E
MPPT Solar Charge Controller
25A version
P/N: FSCC30PW-BL
Battery
+ -
- +
Breaker
Fuse
PV
array
- +
PV
array
Fuse
Rooftop Solar
Electrical Box
P/N: FSFP16MW-BL P/N: FSFP16MW-BL
P/N: FSEB30JWL-BL
Temperature Sensor
P/N: C-FSCC60PW-A01,
C-FSCC60PW-A02
P/N: FBF12A100E
Furrion Solar Connector
P/N: FSEB30JWP-BL
MPPT Solar Charge Controller
25A version
P/N: FSCC30PW-BL
+
-
-
+
7. Turn on the disconnect breaker for PV
array (if applicable). (Figure 7/8/9/10)
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Fig. 7
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Fig. 8
Installation
Battery
+ -
- +
Breaker
Fuse
PV
array
- +
PV
array
Fuse
P/N: FSFP16MW-BL P/N: FSFP16MW-BL
Temperature Sensor
P/N: C-FSCC60PW-A01,
C-FSCC60PW-A02
P/N: FBF12A100E
Furrion Solar Connector
P/N: FSEB30JWP-BL
MPPT Solar Charge Controller
25A version
P/N: FSCC30PW-BL
+
-
-
+
Rooftop Solar
Electrical Box
P/N: FSEB30JWL-BL
- +
Breaker
Fuse
- +
Fuse
Rooftop Solar
Electrical Box
- +
PV
array
- +
PV
array
P/N: FSFP16MW-BL P/N: FSFP16MW-BL
P/N: FSEB30JWL-BL
Furrion Solar Connector
P/N: FSEB30JWP-BL
Battery
+ -
Temperature Sensor
P/N: C-FSCC60PW-A01,
C-FSCC60PW-A02
P/N: FBF12A100E
MPPT Solar Charge Controller
50A version
P/N: FSCC60PW-BL
+
-
-
+
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Fig. 9
NOTE: If the battery cable is connected to the
50A port by RV manufacturer, a 25A MPPT
controller will work without moving the
wiring to the 25A port.
Fig. 10
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Installation
8. Press the BATTERY SELECTION button to
select the correct battery type. (Figure 11)
9. Verify that system is operational, e.g. the
charge LED is blinking or sold green light.
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(Figure 11)
Fig. 11
PV Array Requirements
The acceptable PV array size as below:
Model FSCC30PW-BL FSCC60PW-BL
Maximum PV
Power
Maximum PV
open circuit
voltage (Voc)
300W 600W
70V 135V
Wire and Cable Size
The wiring and installation methods must
conform to all national and local electrical
code requirements, and need to follow RVIA
regulations.
PV Wire Size
Since the PV outputs can vary due to the
array connection method, the minimum
wire size must be in accordance with the
maximum array short-circuit current. The PV
array is suggested to be connected in series.
Please use PV Photovoltaic wire, the
reference size as below:
PV short
circuit current
10A 12AWG 30FT
Wire Gauge
Maximum
Wire Length
NOTE: The PV wire size listed is only for
reference. If there is a long distance between
the PV array and the controller, larger wires
can be used to reduce the voltage drop and
improve performance.
Battery Cable Size
The battery cable size must conform to the
rated current, the reference size as below:
Model FSCC30PW-BL FSCC60PW-BL
Maximum
charge
current
Cable Gauge 10AWG 6AWG
Maximum
Cable Length
NOTE: The battery cable size is only for
reference. If there is a long distance between
the controller and the battery, larger cables
can be used to reduce the voltage drop and
improve performance.
25A 50A
15FT 15FT
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Operation
Operation
1
AGM battery mode indicator, this is a yellow LED, the LED will light when the
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MPPT solar controller is in AGM battery charge mode.
2
SEALED battery mode indicator, this is a yellow LED, the LED will light when the
MPPT solar controller is in sealed lead acid battery charge mode.
3
LITHIUM battery mode indicator, this is a green LED, the LED will light when the
MPPT solar controller is in LiFePO4 lithium battery charge mode.
4
Charge and fault indicator, this is a bicolor LED, the LED will be red if there is
a fault or if no battery is connected; the LED will be flashing green when the
MPPT solar charge controller is charging the battery, the LED will be solid
green when the battery is fully charged or in float charge stage.
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Battery Selection button: press button once to activate ECO saving mode, press
and hold button for 2 seconds to select different battery types. Factory default:
press and hold button for 5 seconds.
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2
3
4 5
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Protection
PV Over Current
The Solar Charge Controller will limit input power to 300W or 600W depending on model. A PV
array with higher maximum power than the MPPT's rated power will be limited to the rated
power of the device.
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PV Short Circuit
When PV short circuit occurs, the controller will stop charging.
PV Reverse Polarity
The MPPT is protected against connecting PV leads in the reverse order.
Battery Reverse Polarity
The MPPT is protected against connecting battery leads in the reverse order.
Battery Over voltage
When battery voltage reaches the voltage set point of over charging voltage, the controller will
stop charging the battery to protect the battery.
Controller Overheating
The MPPT controller will cut off its output when the internal temperature reaches a high level.
The controller will resume operation when the internal temperature has decreased to an
appropriate level.
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Care and Maintenance
The following inspections and maintenance tasks are recommmended at least twice per year
for best performance:
● Make sure controller is firmly installed in a clean and dry location.
● Make sure there is open air-flow around the controller.
● Clean any dirt or dust that has accumulated on the cooling grid and fan grid.
● Check all exposed wires to make sure insulation has not been damage. Repair or replace
wires if necessary.
● Tighten all teminal connections to suggested torque. Inspect for loose, broken, or burnt
wire connections.
● Make sure that all ground connections are tight and secure.
● Confirm that all terminals are free of corrosion and damage to insulation.
● Confirm that lightning arrester is in good condition. Replace if necessary.
WARNING
Risk of electric shock!
Make sure that all the power is turned off before above inspection and maintenance tasks,
and then follow the corresponding inspections and operations.
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Specifications
Specifications
ITEM
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Battery system voltage 12V/24V 12V/24V
Maximum PV power (Pmax) 300W 600W
Maximum solar panels in series
MPPT tracking efficiency ≥99% ≥99%
ECO mode draw current <1mA <1mA
Minimum battery voltage for
charging
Maximum MPPT charging current 25A 50A
Charging modes
Battery mode options
Bulk voltage
Float voltage
MODEL NUMBER
FSCC30PW-BL FSCC60PW-BL
150W*2 150W*4
3V 3V
Bulk voltage charging,
Absorption charging, Float
charging
AGM, LiFePO4, Sealed lead
acid
Sealed lead acid:14.4V/28.8V
AGM:14.6V/29.2V
Lithium:14.6V/29.2V
Sealed lead acid:13.2V/26.4V
AGM:13.4V/26.8V
Lithium:13.6V/27.2V
Bulk voltage charging,
Absorption charging, Float
charging
AGM, LiFePO4, Sealed lead
acid
Sealed lead acid:14.4V/28.8V
AGM:14.6V/29.2V
Lithium:14.6V/29.2V
Sealed lead acid:13.2V/26.4V
AGM:13.4V/26.8V
Lithium:13.6V/27.2V
LED indicator YES YES
Automatic detection for 12V/24V
battery
Automatic temperature
compensation
Battery over charging protection YES YES
PV reverse protection YES YES
Battery reverse protection YES YES
Over temperature protection YES YES
Grounding Common Negative Common Negative
Communication port 4Pin RV-C Socket 4Pin RV-C Socket
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YES YES
YES YES
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